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BOOK BITES | Rumaan Alam, Joël Dicker, Gregg Hurwitz

1 week ago | timeslive.co.za | Gill Gifford |William Saunderson-Meyer |Claire Keeton

13 April 2025 - 00:00 This week we feature twists: on entitlement and privilege; in a Swiss thriller; and in the latest Orphan X Evan Smoak series Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. Entitlement by Rumaan Alam. EntitlementRumaan Alam, Bloomsbury **** (4 stars)This book was pegged as: “A novel of money and morality from the New York Times best-selling author of Leave the World Behind”.
Free State man allegedly beats girlfriend to death after accusing her of cheating on him

2 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Gill Gifford |Thapelo Morebudi

A 34-year-old man has been arrested for murder after his girlfriend was beaten to death in the early hours of Sunday in Brandfort in the Free State. Sgt Palesa Thabane said police received a call at 2.45am on Sunday, summoning them to an address in Nonzamo Park in Brandfort. “On their arrival they discovered the lifeless body of a 38-year-old African woman lying on the bedroom floor. The body was covered in blood and she had sustained severe injuries to her upper arm and face,” Thabane said.
BOOK BITES | Midnight and Blue, The Widow, Into the Storm

1 month ago | timeslive.co.za | William Saunderson-Meyer |Gill Gifford |Jennifer L. Platt

23 March 2025 - 00:03 Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. Midnight and Blue: The New John Rebus Thriller by Ian Rankin. Midnight and BlueIan Rankin, Orion***** (5 stars)For decades, we’ve followed Ian Rankin’s feisty Edinburgh detective John Rebus and his crew of psychologically complicated cops, each a masterclass in how to create an interesting and convincing character.
Animal rescuers plead for care and kindness in wake of New Year carnage

Jan 15, 2025 | timeslive.co.za | Gill Gifford

Animal rescuers plead for care and kindness in wake of New Year carnage Activist makes tearful video appeal for a kinder more compassionate society 16 January 2025 - 04:30 By GILL GIFFORD Tearful, frustrated, pleading and desperate — the heartfelt words of Paws R Us founder and director Dr Chantelle Murray have resonated strongly through the animal welfare community and with animal lovers of all types. ..
Anatomy of a school bag and why proper packing is more crucial than you thought

Jan 13, 2025 | timeslive.co.za | Gill Gifford

Anatomy of a school bag and why proper packing is more crucial than you thought How school bags are seeing an evolution of function over form 14 January 2025 - 04:30 As the new academic year starts and the search is on for new school bags, parents are advised to prioritise the functional aspects of the chosen item over its reputation as ‘fashionable’. ..
Lurking Covid seen to be on the rise in KZN

Jan 12, 2025 | timeslive.co.za | Gill Gifford

Lurking Covid seen to be on the rise in KZN Crematorium warns undertakers to maintain strict protocols in cases where cause of death is the coronavirus 13 January 2025 - 04:30 Covid-19 infection rates in South Africa began increasing again in October last year as the virus continues to circulate in the country, with the most notable fluctuation appearing to be in KwaZulu-Natal. ..
Anger, frustration and calls for DBE explanation amid R100 'leaked' matric results offer

Jan 12, 2025 | timeslive.co.za | Gill Gifford

Anger, frustration and calls for DBE explanation amid R100 'leaked' matric results offer The South African Depression and Anxiety group has received on average 2,000 calls a day from stressed matric pupils 13 January 2025 - 04:30 By GILL GIFFORD As the class of 2024 anxiously awaits the official release of matric results on Tuesday, allegations of results being leaked ahead of time for cash on a website have emerged. ..
Limpopo clinic to reopen after brutal rape attack on nurses

Jan 12, 2025 | dispatchlive.co.za | Gill Gifford

The Ga-Chuene Clinic in Limpopo is to be re-opened on Monday following the brutal attack on two nurses who were also raped during the early hours on Friday. The clinic will remain closed after hours indefinitely. Stock photo. The Ga-Chuene Clinic in Limpopo, which was closed after two nurses were robbed and raped at gunpoint during the early hours of Friday,, will reopen on Monday morning, with after-hours services suspended indefinitely.
Race to secure jet fuel for OR Tambo airport after fire

Jan 12, 2025 | businesslive.co.za | Gill Gifford

The Airports Company SA (Acsa) said on Sunday authorities were collaborating to avoid a jet fuel shortage at OR Tambo International Airport after a fire at the national refinery. Acsa said it had been notified by the Fuels Industry Association of SA that the National Petroleum Refiners of SA (Natref) had measures in place after the refinery fire on January 4.
Authorities scrambling to ensure OR Tambo airport doesn't run out of jet fuel

Jan 12, 2025 | timeslive.co.za | Gill Gifford

The Airports Company of South Africa (Acsa) said on Sunday authorities are collaborating to avoid a jet fuel shortage at OR Tambo International Airport after a national refinery fire. Acsa said it had been notified by the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa (FIASA) that the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (Natref) had measures in place after the refinery fire on January 4.